Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, create an account, or use our tier list maker tool.

We are committed to being transparent about our data practices. By using TheTierMaker, you agree to the terms described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not create an account or use our services.

We comply with applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in Europe and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents.

Information We Collect

Information You Give Us

When you create an account, we ask for your email address and a password (stored securely using hashing).

When you create tier lists, we collect images you upload, text labels, rankings, tier assignments, and any descriptions you write. When you vote on other users' tier lists, we record your vote and associate it with your account.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, pages visited, time spent, date and time of visit, and referring website. We use cookies and similar technologies to collect this data.

Information from Third Parties

If you sign up using X (Twitter) or other social login providers, we receive your email address and profile information as permitted by that provider. We do not store your social media passwords.

How We Use Your Information

• To provide our service, create, save, and edit tier lists
• To personalize your experience based on past activity
• To communicate with you, welcome emails, password resets, service updates
• To improve our website through analytics
• To prevent abuse, spam, and vote manipulation
• To serve advertisements via Google AdSense
• To comply with legal obligations

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Public tier lists become visible to everyone when published. Service providers (hosting, email, analytics) receive only the data necessary to perform their tasks. We may disclose information when required by law or in connection with a business transfer, with notice to users.

Your Choices and Rights

Access and Correction

You can view and update your account information by logging in and visiting your profile settings.

Deletion (Right to be Forgotten)

You can request account deletion by emailing privacy@thetiermaker.com. Your tier lists are removed; votes are anonymized. Backup copies may be retained for up to 30 days.

Data Portability

You can request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format. We will provide this within 30 days.

Opt-Out of Marketing Emails

Every promotional email includes an unsubscribe link. Essential service emails cannot be opted out of.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use essential, preference, analytics, and advertising cookies. For full details, see our Cookie Policy.

Advertising and Google AdSense

We display advertisements through Google AdSense to keep our service free. You can opt out of personalized advertising at adssettings.google.com. Our website is not directed to children under 13.

Data Security

Passwords are hashed using bcrypt. All data transmission uses HTTPS/TLS. Only authorized employees have database access. We notify affected users within 72 hours of discovering a significant data breach.

Children's Privacy

Our service is intended for users age 13 and older. Contact privacy@thetiermaker.com if you believe a child under 13 has created an account.

International Data Transfers

Our servers are located in the United States. EEA users' data may be transferred to the US under Standard Contractual Clauses.

Retention of Data

We keep personal information while your account is active. Server logs are kept for 90 days, then deleted.

Third-Party Links

Our website may link to third-party sites (Twitter, Reddit, etc.). We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy occasionally. We will update the date at the top and notify registered users of material changes.

Contact Us

Email: privacy@thetiermaker.com
For GDPR requests (Europe): privacy@thetiermaker.com
For CCPA requests (California): privacy@thetiermaker.com with "CCPA Request" in the subject line

Your use of TheTierMaker is also governed by our Terms of Service and Acceptable Use Policy.